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The Contemporary’s annual all-ages afternoon of art and amazement! Come one, come all! The Contemporary Austin welcomes children of all ages to The Very ‘Rary! Join us at Laguna Gloria on November 3 (Sun) for a magical afternoon of artmaking adventures, dazzling performances, and tasty treats. All proceeds benefit The Contemporary Austin’s K-12 arts education programs.

The Very ‘Rary will transform the lawns, woods, and shoreline of Laguna Gloria with circus-themed fun for the whole family. Learn illusory magic with Mad Science, rock out with School of Rock, take flight with Sky Kings Falconry, and so much more. Plus, get hands-on and make your very own masterpieces and wearable artworks from circus crowns to merry marionettes.

Be immersed in a virtual realm of optical illusions with a Digital Funhouse installation by Austin-based artist Mavyn Vu.

And delight in deliciousness from some of Austin’s finest like Allday Pizza and P. Terry’s!